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The company leverages its global leadership in carbon management to advance lower-carbon technologies and products. Headquartered in Houston, Oxy primarily operates in the United States, Middle East and North Africa. To learn more, visit Oxy\nOxy strives to attract and retain talented employees by investing in their professional development and providing rewarding opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to meet the highest employer standards by ensuring the health and safety of our employees, protecting the environment and positively impacting our communities where we do business.\nJob Description\nUAS Pilot and Operations Specialist\nJob Description\nOxy is seeking an experienced UAS Pilot and Operations Specialist to support inspection and asset integrity activities across Oxy’s offshore operations. The position will primarily conduct unmanned aircraft system (UAS) inspections of offshore production facilities and associated infrastructure, providing high-quality visual and sensor data to Mechanical Integrity, Corrosion, Facilities Engineering, Operations and Maintenance teams.\nThe successful candidate will combine strong UAS flight skills with a safety-focused field mindset and the ability to recognize, document and communicate potential equipment and structural integrity concerns. This position will work closely with offshore operations and technical teams to expand the use of UAS technology for safer, more efficient and more comprehensive inspection of difficult-to-access equipment and structures.\nRoles and Responsibilities\nSafely plan and execute UAS inspection missions on offshore production facilities, with primary emphasis on mechanical integrity and asset integrity applications.\nConduct detailed visual inspections of piping, pressure equipment, structural members, flare systems, risers, piping supports, decks, cranes, tanks, vessels and other offshore infrastructure.\nCapture high-resolution imagery, video and other sensor data necessary to support mechanical integrity, corrosion and engineering assessments.\nIdentify and document observable conditions including corrosion, coating degradation, structural deterioration, damaged insulation, leaks, loose or missing components and other potential integrity concerns.\nCoordinate inspection activities with Mechanical Integrity, Corrosion, Facilities Engineering, Operations, Maintenance and HSE personnel.\nDevelop flight and inspection plans based on inspection scope, equipment configuration, operating conditions, airspace restrictions and offshore hazards.\nConduct pre-flight risk assessments and participate in applicable offshore permitting, Job Safety Analysis and simultaneous operations planning.\nMaintain strict compliance with Oxy HSE requirements, offshore operating procedures, FAA regulations and internal UAS policies and standards.\nEvaluate environmental and operational conditions-including wind, weather, electromagnetic interference, obstacles and active process equipment-to determine whether UAS operations can be conducted safely.\nMaintain UAS aircraft, batteries, payloads, cameras and supporting equipment in mission-ready condition.\nManage inspection imagery and associated data to ensure appropriate quality, traceability, organization and transfer to engineering and inspection personnel.\nAssist technical teams in developing standardized UAS inspection procedures, image-capture requirements and repeatable inspection routes.\nSupport periodic and repeat inspections that allow engineering teams to monitor equipment condition and degradation over time.\nWork with inspection and engineering personnel to integrate UAS-generated information into existing mechanical integrity and risk-based inspection programs.\nSupport the evaluation and deployment of emerging UAS technologies, including advanced imaging, thermal sensors, photogrammetry, automated flight planning, remote inspection technologies and AI-enabled image analysis.\nIdentify opportunities where UAS inspections can reduce personnel exposure, scaffolding, rope access, vessel support or other conventional inspection requirements while maintaining appropriate inspection quality.\nPrepare clear inspection documentation and communicate significant observations promptly to appropriate offshore and technical personnel.\nMaintain required flight logs, aircraft records, maintenance records, certifications and other regulatory documentation.\nSupport UAS operations at onshore facilities or other Oxy assets as business needs require.\nPerform other duties and special projects as assigned.\nQualifications\nRequired\nHigh school diploma or equivalent.\nFAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.\nDemonstrated experience operating UAS in industrial, energy, infrastructure, construction, inspection or similar environments.\nStrong understanding of safe UAS flight planning, aircraft limitations, weather considerations and operational risk management.\nAbility to work safely in an offshore oil and gas operating environment.\nAbility to recognize and accurately document equipment and structural conditions using visual inspection techniques.\nStrong attention to detail and commitment to data and inspection quality.\nEffective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with operations personnel, inspectors, engineers and technical specialists.\nAbility and willingness to travel offshore and work non-routine schedules as required.\nAbility to obtain and maintain required offshore safety training and certifications.\nValid driver’s license and ability to meet applicable company requirements for offshore travel.\nPreferred\n3+ years of UAS flight experience, including industrial inspection applications.\nExperience conducting UAS inspections on offshore platforms, oil and gas facilities, petrochemical facilities, pipelines or other complex industrial assets.\nExperience supporting mechanical integrity, corrosion, nondestructive examination (NDE/NDT), structural inspection or facilities maintenance programs.\nFamiliarity with offshore production equipment, piping systems, pressure vessels, flare systems, structural components and corrosion mechanisms.\nExperience with thermal imaging, high-resolution optical inspection, photogrammetry, 3D modeling or other advanced UAS payloads.\nExperience operating UAS in challenging environments involving structures, confined operating areas, high winds or complex industrial hazards.\nKnowledge of API, ASME or other applicable mechanical integrity and inspection standards.\nNDT certification, API inspection certification or related inspection training is a plus.\nExperience with UAS data-management, inspection-management or image-analysis software.\nExperience developing UAS procedures, inspection workflows or standardized flight plans.\nSkills and Competencies\nThe successful candidate will demonstrate:\nA strong commitment to safety and operational discipline.\nPersonal accountability and sound judgment in field operations.\nTechnical curiosity and an interest in applying new technology to solve operational problems.\nStrong observational and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to work independently while maintaining close coordination with offshore operations and technical teams.\nAbility to recognize when conditions require stopping or modifying a planned UAS operation.\nHigh standards for inspection quality, documentation and data management.\nInitiative and a continuous-improvement mindset.\nAbility to communicate technical observations clearly and objectively.\nWorking Conditions\nThis position requires frequent travel to offshore production facilities in the Gulf of Mexico. Work may involve transportation by helicopter or marine vessel, extended offshore workdays, exposure to heat, humidity, wind and other environmental conditions, and operation around active industrial equipment.\nThe position requires the ability to carry and operate UAS equipment, work outdoors for extended periods and perform duties while wearing required personal protective equipment.\nThe UAS Pilot is expected to exercise independent stop-work authority when flight, weather, equipment or operating conditions do not support safe execution of the planned mission.\nRecruitment Fraud\nIt has come to our attention various individuals and/or organizations are contacting people falsely pretending to recruit on behalf of Oxy. Please be aware that these recruiting scams and communications do not originate nor are they associated with our recruitment process. All Oxy job postings and offers will require a completed application through our company website.\nOxy does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruiting process. We will never:\nAsk you to pay for applications, interviews, meetings, processing, training or for any other fees\nUse recruiting or placement agencies that charge candidates an advance fee of any kind or\nRequest personal information such as passport and bank account details at an early stage of our recruitment process. We recommend against responding to unsolicited business propositions or offers from people you don't know. Do not disclose your personal or financial details. If you believe you have been the victim of a recruiting scam, please contact your local police department.\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.","description_format":"text","description_chars":9725,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":3,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"high_school","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Professional development"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Jewelry","Plastics & Polymers","Solar Energy"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-13T07:33:42Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":60,"band":"ok","label":"Likely open","p_open":1,"p_active":0.599,"p_room":1,"age_days":6,"expected_fill_days":24,"reasons":["conf:18","stale_co","win:early"],"computed_at":"2026-10-14T06:34:16Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/oxy-uas-operations-specialist","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/oxy-uas-operations-specialist.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-14T10:47:03Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler_verified","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":12702,"day_limit":null,"remaining_today":null,"minute_limit":300,"resets_at":"2026-10-15T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":1757470},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=1757470"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Foxy-uas-operations-specialist"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":1,"usd":0.1},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Foxy-uas-operations-specialist"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Foxy-uas-operations-specialist"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/oxy-uas-operations-specialist\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Foxy-uas-operations-specialist"}]}